India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Apply for 23,757 Posts Before the Deadline

Applications for 23,757 Gramin Dak Sevak posts opened today, September 2. One‑time registration started on August 31 and runs till September 19, 5 pm. The application and fee window closes September 21, 5 pm, followed by a correction window on September 23–24, 5 pm. Apply only through the official portal.

Registration creates your profile; application is where you select a division and pay any fee. The portal rejects incomplete submissions or pending payments after 5 pm on the deadline. Beware fake sites and emails; “@indiapost.gov.in” and “@indiapostgdsonline.gov.in” are the only official domains, says India Post.

India Post GDS 2026 eligibility, age limit and local language rule

Eligibility centres on a Class 10 pass with Mathematics and English from a recognised board, plus the prescribed local language studied up to Class 10. The age range is 18–40 years with relaxations for reserved categories. Special language provisions apply in Arunachal Pradesh, Goa and Sikkim, with proficiency verified by authorised certificates.

India Post GDS 2026 circle-wise vacancies snapshot

Vacancies are spread across all postal circles, with the largest intakes in the North Eastern, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu circles. Delhi has the fewest posts. Use this quick view to prioritise choices before locking preferences in your selected division.

How to apply for India Post GDS 2026: fee, waivers and documents

Complete One‑Time Registration, then submit the application when the window is live. Upload only a recent photo (30–100 KB, 4:5) and signature (20–100 KB, 5:2). The fee is Rs 100 via UPI/cards; all females, SC/ST, PwBD and transwomen are exempt. Keep DigiLocker ready; shortlisted candidates’ documents may be verified through API Setu/DigiLocker.

India Post GDS 2026 merit list, tie-break order and helpdesk

Selection is a system‑generated merit list based on Class 10 marks; grades convert using a 9.5 factor. Ties break by age first, then a specified category order. If OTP or payment fails, wait and retry; re‑register after 10 minutes if needed. Circle‑wise helpdesk emails are displayed on the portal’s Help page.

Apply early, choose your division strategically, and double‑check percentages, language eligibility and uploads. Mark the deadlines: Registration till September 19, 5 pm; Applications till September 21, 5 pm; Corrections on September 23–24, 5 pm. Track only the official portal for updates and ignore unsolicited messages or third‑party links.

More From Career India

‹ ›

SSC Stenographer Exam 2026 Dates Revised: Check New Schedule and City Intimation Slip

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: 25,000+ Vacancies Open Soon—Check Dates and Eligibility

UPSC ORA Recruitment 2026: Final Hours to Apply for 34 Government Vacancies

India Post GDS Recruitment 2026: Registration Opens Today for 10th Pass Candidates – Apply Now

SBI Clerk 2026: Urgent Deadline Alert for Regular and Backlog Vacancies

BOI Officers Recruitment 2026: Registration Begins on September 10 for 249 Posts

UPSC Recruitment 2026: Final Hours to Apply for 34 Government Posts Before Deadline

CBSE Class 10th, 12th Supplementary Results 2025 Expected Soon: Check Updates Here

CBSE Class 10 Result 2026 Declared: 93.70% Pass, Check @ cbse.gov.in

UPSC CSE Mains 2025 Schedule Released: Exams from August 22 to 31

RRB NTPC UG Admit Card 2025 Released at rrb.digialm.com – Download Now

SEMICON India 2024: Which Indian States Are Set to Become the Hub of Semiconductor Manufacturing?